Assistant Coach - Track - Boys @ Cherryville High

Gaston County Schools•Cherryville, NC

About The Position

The Assistant Track Coach serves as a personal example of high moral character and superior teaching standards, with sportsmanship as the top priority. The coach works with the Head Track Coach, faculty, and staff to support student-athletes’ academic and moral success. The position assists with organizing and supervising the track program, supports athletic policies and events, and helps safeguard student participants, facilities, and equipment. The role reports directly to the Head Coach, Athletic Director, and Principal. It is classified as non-exempt and paid according to the Gaston County Schools’ Coach Supplement Schedule. If offered the position, the prospective employee must pass a required health exam, criminal records check, and drug test.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of athletic policies approved by the Gaston County Schools Board of Education.
Knowledge of existing system, state, and conference regulations, with the ability to implement them consistently and interpret them for staff.
Ability and willingness to organize and assist with supervision of the track program.
Superior knowledge of the technical aspects of track and a commitment to examining new theories and procedures relevant to the field.
Thorough understanding of the growth and development of students and athletes at the assigned school.
Ability to perform the stated physical activities, including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
Ability to perform very heavy work, exerting more than 100 pounds of force occasionally, more than 50 pounds frequently, and/or more than 25 pounds constantly to lift objects.
Visual acuity to operate required equipment and motor vehicles, use measuring devices, and inspect work for accuracy and compliance with standards and instructions.
Visual acuity to prepare data and statistics, work with figures and records, operate a computer, and conduct extensive research and reading.
If offered the position, pass a required health exam, criminal records check, and drug test.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from high school or equivalent is preferred.
Coaching experience in a public school system is preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow the lead of the Head Track Coach.
Promote track within the school by recruiting athletes who are not involved in other sports programs, and promote the sport outside the school.
Assist with implementing athletic policies across the sports program.
Maintain good public relations with news media, the Booster Club, parents, officials, volunteers, and fans.
Follow the proper administrative chain of command and refer requests or grievances through appropriate channels.
Maintain discipline, address grievances, and promote morale and cooperation.
Provide athletes with training rules and other sport-specific regulations.
Pay ongoing attention to student-athletes’ grades and conduct.
Attend all practices and games.
Provide assistance, guidance, and safeguards for each participant.
When directed by the Head Coach, complete and submit paperwork on disabling athletic injuries to the county athletic office within 24 hours.
Direct student managers, assistants, trainers, and statisticians.
Assist the Head Coach with scheduling, transportation, and requirements for tournaments and special sports events.
Help prepare for scheduled sports events and practices, and adhere to facility schedules.
When directed by the Head Coach, coordinate the program with maintenance and school employees.
Safeguard and protect assigned equipment sites.
Account for equipment and collect fees for lost or unreturned equipment.
Ensure athletes use only authorized areas of the building at appropriate times.
Inspect locker rooms before and after practices and games for general cleanliness.
Maintain the cleanliness and condition of assigned sports equipment.
When custodians are not on duty, secure doors, lights, windows, and locks before leaving the building.
Instill respect for equipment and school property, including its care and proper use.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach and/or administration.